SARASOTA
PHOTOGRAPHY
GROUP

Upcoming Events

Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 22 February
Downtown Sarasota - 10am - 3 Hours
Stephanie Leaver
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance!

Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.

We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
book now
$92       2 places left
Mastering Manual Mode

Mastering Manual Mode

Saturday 08 March
S Tamiami Trail - 8:30am - 3 Hours
Keith Baumbaugh
This class is for anyone looking to switch their camera mode from Auto to Manual and learn how to shoot using the Manual Mode. The goal is to help everyone become more confident when using their camera settings. We will touch on essential camera functions and the exposure triangle: Shutter Speed, Aperture, and ISO.
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$92       5 places left
Landscape & Wildlife Photography

Landscape & Wildlife Photography

Saturday 22 March
Palmer Blvd, Sarasota, FL 34240 - 10am - 2 Hours
Stephanie Leaver
It can be a lot of fun to photograph the great outdoors with scenic vistas and amazing wildlife. In this meetup, we'll review the basic camera settings, focusing on the best settings for landscapes. We'll discuss some of the techniques you can use in your landscape and wildlife photography. Then we'll put your new knowledge to work with some fun and challenging exercises.
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$47      

Sunset Portrait Photography

Sunset Portrait Photography

Saturday 05 April
Ben Franklin Dr Sarasota - 5:45pm - 2 Hours
Keith Baumbaugh
This session will go over the finer points of doing portraits at sunset and just before sunset.. Learning to use reflectors as a source of light for your subject. We'll also use just the available light right before sunset.. While this light is beautiful, it is also changing quickly..
A model will be part of the class..
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$72      
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 19 April
S Tamiami Trail - 8:30am - 3 Hours
Keith Baumbaugh
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance!

Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.

We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
book now
$92      
The Art of the Portrait

The Art of the Portrait

Saturday 03 May
S Tamiami Trail - 8am - 3 Hours
Keith Baumbaugh
This class covers the art of portrait photography, including communication, attire, dos and don'ts, lenses, settings, lighting, storyboarding, and hands-on practice with a model.
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$130       5 places left

Intro to Studio Photography

Intro to Studio Photography

Saturday 17 May
Tallevast Rd Sarasota - 10am - 3 Hours
Keith Baumbaugh
Join us for a 3-hour hands-on workshop where you'll dive into the essentials of studio photography. In the first half, you'll learn how to use studio strobes and continuous lighting, explore various types of light modifiers, and get tips on posing techniques—what to do and what to avoid. The second half will be all about applying what you've learned in a live shoot with a professional model! Whether you're new to studio photography or looking to refine your skills, this class offers a perfect blend of instruction and practice.
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$130      
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 31 May
S Tamiami Trail - 8am - 3 Hours
Keith Baumbaugh
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance!

Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.

We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
book now
$92      

Nearby Photography Groups

WWC (Walk with Camera)

WWC (Walk with Camera)

Saturday 01 March
8th Ave, Tampa, FL 33605 - 11am - 2 Hours
Tampa Photography Group
Juan Manuel Barrero Bueno
A fun and relaxed walk with our cameras covering a variety aspects of photography from street, landscape, architecture, seascape and abstract.
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$47      
The City at Night

The City at Night

Saturday 15 March
8th Ave, Tampa, FL 33605 - 8pm - 2 Hours
Tampa Photography Group
Juan Manuel Barrero Bueno
Many people don't think about nighttime being a good time to do photography since there's a lack of light. However, armed with knowledge about your camera's settings and the properties of light, nighttime photography can be a lot of fun.

In this meetup, you'll learn about the best camera settings for nighttime photography. We'll also explore the kinds of light available to us and how to use that light to make some awesome photos. As always, there are exercises that will help you put your new knowledge to work.
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$47      
Shooting in Manual Mode

Shooting in Manual Mode

Saturday 29 March
W Cypress St. - 11am - 2 Hours
Tampa Photography Group
Juan Manuel Barrero Bueno
This class is for anyone looking to switch their camera mode from Auto to Manual and learn how to shoot using the Manual Mode. The goal is to help everyone become more confident when using their camera settings. We will touch on essential camera functions and the exposure triangle Shutter Speed, Aperture, and ISO.
book now
$47      

Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 12 April
W Cypress St. - 11am - 3 Hours
Tampa Photography Group
Juan Manuel Barrero Bueno
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance! Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
book now
$92      
WWC (Walk with Camera)

WWC (Walk with Camera)

Saturday 26 April
8th Ave, Tampa, FL 33605 - 11am - 2 Hours
Tampa Photography Group
Juan Manuel Barrero Bueno
A fun and relaxed walk with our cameras covering a variety aspects of photography from street, landscape, architecture, seascape and abstract.
book now
$47      
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 24 May
W Cypress St. - 11am - 3 Hours
Tampa Photography Group
Juan Manuel Barrero Bueno
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance! Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
book now
$92      

Other Nearby Groups

Watercolor for Beginners

Watercolor for Beginners

Saturday 15 March
Rilma Avenue - 10am - 2 Hours
Sarasota Watercolor Group
Robyn Holl
Join us for a creative Watercolor Painting Meetup and learn techniques to help you get started. Perfect for beginners.
book now
$47      
Watercolor for Beginners

Watercolor for Beginners

Saturday 19 April
Rilma Avenue - 10am - 2 Hours
Sarasota Watercolor Group
Robyn Holl
Join us for a creative Watercolor Painting Meetup and learn techniques to help you get started. Perfect for beginners.
book now
$47      
Watercolor for Beginners

Watercolor for Beginners

Saturday 17 May
Rilma Avenue - 10am - 2 Hours
Sarasota Watercolor Group
Robyn Holl
Join us for a creative Watercolor Painting Meetup and learn techniques to help you get started. Perfect for beginners.
book now
$47      

Watercolor for Beginners

Watercolor for Beginners

Saturday 21 June
Rilma Avenue - 10am - 2 Hours
Sarasota Watercolor Group
Robyn Holl
Join us for a creative Watercolor Painting Meetup and learn techniques to help you get started. Perfect for beginners.
book now
$47      
Watercolor for Beginners

Watercolor for Beginners

Saturday 19 July
Rilma Avenue - 10am - 2 Hours
Sarasota Watercolor Group
Robyn Holl
Join us for a creative Watercolor Painting Meetup and learn techniques to help you get started. Perfect for beginners.
book now
$47      
Watercolor for Beginners

Watercolor for Beginners

Saturday 16 August
Rilma Avenue - 10am - 2 Hours
Sarasota Watercolor Group
Robyn Holl
Join us for a creative Watercolor Painting Meetup and learn techniques to help you get started. Perfect for beginners.
book now
$47      

ABOUT SARASOTA
PHOTOGRAPHY
GROUP
Come along to our photo sessions to dust off your camera and get snap-happy with a professional photography instructor.

Brush up on your camera skills and learn new photography techniques whilst on a photo walk class with other local keen photographers!

We run two hour photography sessions based on a photography theme/technique/style and they take place in various locations in Sarasota .

  • New to photography? We also run a popular 3 hour Beginners Guide to Photography Class once a month. And once in a while we will run special niche 3 hour classes, for example, Astrophotography - so do subscribe to our newsletter to know when the next on is!

  • Who can attend? Open to all skill levels, from beginners to keen amateurs. The photography instructor is there to help you with camera settings and provide any advice you need.

  • What to bring? We recommend bringing a camera that has full manual mode or semi-manual modes (Aperture or Shutter Priority). Compact cameras and smartphones also welcome!

    The meeting point and full details for the day are sent in the booking confirmation email to the email address you provide at time of booking.

    Join the Sarasota Photography Group on Facebook to share your photos after the session.

    Got a question? Try our FAQ.
  • REVIEWS
    It went very well I thought. Big group! Keith could've used an assistant. I think having 2 models for the class to practice shooting on the beach was very helpful. Gave us all practical experience with using "fill light."
    5/5
    Barbara
    2025-02-11
    Another great class. Truly enjoyed my time in the Studio. Thank you Ken, GW and Kendra! Got to try out different lighting styles and techniques. Strobes and Constant light, colors. Great learning experience would do it again in a minute!
    5/5
    Craig
    2024-12-09
    GW & Keith did a great job walking us through key concepts. For a 1st time being in a studio, they helped me get up to speed and comfortable quite quickly. From there the rest is on me :) Would certainly sign up for a follow up/next session. Must also annotate that our model was more than patient and fun to work with. Thank you all!
    5/5
    Andrew
    2024-12-08

    Very well structured, organized and hands on experience.
    5/5
    Ildi
    2024-09-15
    I was a very beginning student and Keith was very much understanding. After he taught me well in a few hours that I could try taking pictures with manual mode now. Thank you Keith
    5/5
    nicole
    2024-08-19
    Loved the class, very informative, easy to follow and understand. Stephanie was an amazing teacher, she pointed me in the right direction when needed and gave very helpful suggestions. It was well worth the money, she made macro photography fun and interesting. Thank you again!
    5/5
    Ildiko
    2024-07-22

    Very helpful, great instructor!
    5/5
    Christopher
    2024-07-21
    I truly enjoyed Stephanie?s interpretation and introduction to Macro. Thorough and complete. Tough spot during the summer because of the heat and humidity. Can?t wait for some future classes during the upcoming cooler season!
    5/5
    Craig
    2024-07-21
    Im a beginner with photography and Keith was very helpful and I was able to take beautiful photos.
    5/5
    Kaila
    2024-04-23

    It was nice to be able to ask questions as needed.
    5/5
    Kim
    2024-04-22
    It was awesome! Keith knows his stuff and was able to suggest F-stop and ISO settings without hesitation just by looking at available light. And he knows the camera so well that he could then show me how to make the change to the proper settings. Awesome!
    5/5
    Christopher
    2024-04-22
    Stephanie gave good information and answered all my questions . Learn more about aperture and ISO. Very helpful
    5/5
    Kim
    2024-02-26

    PHOTOGRAPHERS
    Keith Baumbaugh
    Keith Baumbaugh has been in the photographic field for nearly 35 years, as an assistant, second photographer and now as a lead photographer. He also has many years in printing in both the wet and digital labs.

    His specialty is weddings, events and portraits as well as doing camera specific instruction as well as general photography instruction.

    Keith Baumbaugh is available for private bookings

    Available most evenings after 5pm and generally anytime on the weekends..
    I'm available for instruction on Canon cameras, beginner level photoshop/lightroom, how to use your flash as well as portrait photography.

    Stephanie Leaver
    Stephanie Leaver, a highly accomplished artist and photographer based in Lakewood Ranch, FL, graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Arts in Art from Western Michigan University in 2022. She consistently earned a place on the Gwen Frostic School of Art Dean's List and is a member of both the Alpha Lambda Delta and Phi Kappa Phi Honor Societies, reflecting her dedication to art and education.

    Stephanie's extensive artistic achievements span national and international recognition with a multitude of awards, published work, and exhibitions. Her diverse photography portfolio caters to various clients, from families and local businesses, to graduates and individuals seeking portraits, group events, and couples' moments. In her personal work, Stephanie explores environmental, political, social, family history, and mental health themes, providing a profound reflection of her engagement with the world. She excels in multiple mediums, including digital and traditional photography, videography, installation art, and mixed media, drawing inspiration from Surrealism, BioArt, and the natural environment.

    Stephanie Leaver is available for private bookings

    Available most Saturdays and Sundays for portrait services which include families, newborn, maternity, couples/engagement, graduate, senior, headshots, small events, and personal portraits.

    Weekdays I am typically available to provide commerce/product photography services using my at home studio.

    PHOTOS
    Sarasota Photography Group
    2025-02-08
    Title or Location: Rookery in Venice Florida
    This is a Night Heron, I think, photographed in the early morning. Nikon D500 Sigma 100 - 600mm lens at 1/250 f6.7 Iso 800.
    Credit: Jay Sacks
    Facebook: Jay Sacks

    Sarasota Photography Group
    2025-02-04
    Title or Location: Coquina beach
    "Golden Reflections ? A Tranquil Evening on Coquina Beach &127749&127907"Captured with a Sony A7R5 at f/11, 6-sec exposure, this shot blends the motion of water with the stillness of a lone fisherman against a dramatic sunset. The long exposure brings out the golden hues and flowing patterns in the sand, making this moment feel almost surreal. Po
    Credit: Wayne Johnson
    Sarasota Photography Group
    2025-01-22
    Title or Location: Celery fields Sarasota Florida
    Two crested caracara in flight the celery fields. Was lucky enough to get both in one photo
    Credit: Donald Gettys

    Sarasota Photography Group
    2025-01-08
    Title or Location: Bradford Point near Friendship, ME
    "Last summer, while farm-sitting in Maine, I took a backroad that unexpectedly led me to this tranquil harbor. Surrounded by the essence of true Maine, I stumbled upon this hidden gem?a peaceful reflection of the state?s coastal charm and rugged beauty."
    Credit: Wayne Johnson

    Sarasota Photography Group
    2024-12-26
    Title or Location: Downtown Sarasota Florida
    She is a dancer at the Sarasota Ballet and I wanted to create a complimentary image to the statues behind her..
    Credit: Keith Baumbaugh
    Instagram: @tropical_photographysrq
    Sarasota Photography Group
    2024-12-15
    Title or Location: Marina Jacks, Sarasota, Florida
    I have many photos of Marina Jacks during the day but I have always wanted to get a shot at night with the beautiful reflection of this iconic Sarasota landmark. I am usually not in the area at night but happened to be passing by that night. But "oh no" didn't have my camera. I thought I would give it a try with my iPhone on long exposure and Wala! To my surprise, I got the picture I always wanted!
    Credit: Lori TerHaar
    Instagram: @loriterhaartravel

    Provo Photography Group
    2025-02-13
    Title or Location: Midway Utah
    Just at the end of a significant rain squall I looked out my window to witness this incredible perfect colorful rainbow appearing. Nature always delivers!
    Credit: Roger Hughes

    Sutherland Photography Group
    2025-02-13
    Title or Location: Crocodile Bridge Camp, Kruger National Park, South Africa
    As the sun starts to set, the Bush Babies of Crocodile Bridge rest camp awaken. I sat patiently by the pole in the fence, waiting for them to emerge. These nocturnal beauties cautiously pop their heads up, then back down, before jumping off into the setting sky, eager for their night ahead.
    Credit: Alycia Geldenhuys
    Instagram: @wildunleashed
    Chichester Photography Group
    2025-02-12
    Title or Location: Ferring beach.
    An evening a couple of years ago when the sky was clear I went out with a group of friends to do some Astrophotography. The Milky Way was quite visible that evening!
    Credit: Jan Budgen
    Facebook: Jan Budgen
    Instagram: jan_budgen_sussex

    Cambridge Photography Group
    2025-02-12
    Title or Location: Kamen Briag Bulgaria
    As a Bulgarian myself I was visiting my country during the summer of 2024. Astrophotography is my favourite type of photography, so I joined one of the masterclasses organised by one of the world leading astrophotographers - Mihail Minkov. And this picture is the result.
    Credit: Emilian Primov

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